Small Business Week boosts BC Jobs Plan and venture tax credits
The editorial argues October Small Business Month arrives amid global turmoil. It details Canada Starts Here BC Jobs Plan adding 3 million to the Small Business Venture Capital tax credit, boosting support for angel investors and direct investments in new firms, while highlighting BC's role as a major job creator with 98 percent of private sector employment. The piece cites past actions since 2001 to enhance BC's business climate including tax cuts, regulatory streamlining, labour mobility, infrastructure, and trade missions.
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California opt out program sparks health concerns over smart meters
Ontario residents report sleep problems headaches dizziness and other symptoms linked to smart meters while BC politicians vote 55 percent to halt Hydro's 930 million project until key issues are fixed. Officials deny opt out policy and promise meters for all customers, prompting public anger over consultation.
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